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Polling Stopped At Falta Booths After BJP Claims EVM Tampering
Voting was halted at a few booths in Falta, Diamond Harbour, West Bengal after the BJP alleged EVM tampering by the Trinamool Congress. The BJP released videos of alleged tampering, while the Trinamool denied the charges and called for EC action; Mamata Banerjee accused central forces of acting at BJP’s urging. Election Commission sources said any verified reports would lead to repolling if needed.
Why It Matters
The incident centers on alleged EVM tampering and polling integrity amid high political tension in Bengal, potentially triggering repolling and EC scrutiny during Phase 2 voting.
Timeline
4 Events
Mamata Banerjee accuses central forces and outside observers of intimidation
April 29, 2026
Mamata Banerjee criticized central forces for acting at the BJP's behest and condemned the practice of bringing observers from outside West Bengal to intimidate voters, stating these actions undermine the election process.
Trinamool denies tampering, says issue under EC purview
April 29, 2026
Trinamool spokesperson Riju Dutta rejected the BJP's tampering claims, stating the issue is under the Election Commission's purview. He urged the BJP to file formal complaints with the EC and asserted that the party is not responsible for EVM tampering.
BJP alleges EVM button taped near BJP symbol at Falta booth
April 29, 2026
The BJP, through Amit Malviya, claimed that an EVM button had been taped at Harindanga High School in Falta, blocking the BJP option. He also claimed another booth had similar tampering and shared videos showing tape on the third button next to the BJP symbol.
Voting halted at Falta booths after BJP claims EVM tampering
April 29, 2026
Voting was stopped in a few polling booths in Falta in West Bengal's Diamond Harbour after the BJP claimed that voting machines had been tampered with by the Trinamool Congress. EC sources indicated that if such reports were confirmed, the booths could go for repolling.